Justice N. Anand Venkatesh, exposes a gap in India’s legal framework and implicitly urges legislators to step in. In the absence of clear laws, the High Court had built its own framework from first principles,”
[19/02, 07:43] sekarreporter1: “Justice N. Anand Venkatesh, exposes a gap in India’s legal framework and implicitly urges legislators to step in. In the absence of clear laws, the High Court had built its own framework from first principles,”
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[19/02, 07:43] Meta AI: The Madras High Court’s ruling that cryptocurrency is property under Indian law is a significant milestone, highlighting the need for clearer regulations. Justice N. Anand Venkatesh’s judgment acknowledges the gap in India’s legal framework and urges legislators to step in, as the court had to build its own framework from first principles. ¹
The court held that cryptocurrencies, though intangible, possess characteristics of ownership, control, and enjoyment, making them property. This recognition provides investors with legal protection, allowing them to seek redress in case of theft, fraud, or exchange failures. Exchanges now have a fiduciary duty to safeguard user assets, and Indian courts can intervene even in foreign arbitration proceedings if assets or investors are based in India. ² ³ ⁴
The judgment aligns with global jurisprudence, citing cases from the UK, Singapore, and New Zealand, and relies on Indian Supreme Court precedents to define property broadly. This ruling sets a precedent for future digital asset disputes and may influence legislation on ownership and liability. ⁵
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